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P338 FPL

1997 Mazda Xedos

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,079 mi
Last recorded150,079 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2005
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 FPL
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2005 150,079 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 150,079 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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P338 FPL is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P338 FPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P338 FPL registered?

P338 FPL is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P338 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P338 FPL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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